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oleuropein

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oleuropein (countable and uncountable, plural oleuropeins)

(organic chemistry) A complex glycoside, found in the leaves of olive and privet, that may have a beneficial effect on the immune system.

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In addition to oleuropein, other phenolic compounds render freshly picked olives unpalatable and must also be removed or lowered in quantity through curing and fermentation. Source: Internet

Olives are soaked in lye (dilute NaOH, 2-4%) for 8–10 hours to hydrolyse the oleuropein. Source: Internet

Also, most liquid OLE is very low in oleuropein, the active ingredient you need. Source: Internet

The liquid forms are exponentially more expensive than the capsule ones: have you been able to locate that Herbs of Gold brand, with 100 mg oleuropein per capsule? Source: Internet

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